Hakeke Street Community Center is a community lead initiative that is mana enhancing to give dignity and support. It’s whānau leading whānau. From support groups to sign language classes, it is a hub of activity, growth and connection for all. It’s...
Peter Kaua, Principal of Whanganui City College and their staff have nothing but hope and success in mind for their students. They realise that there’s no ‘one size fits all,’ and that students are gifted in many ways. This lead to joining together with Brittons House...
The Men’s Shed Whanganui brings and supports those who are retired to come together to be active in mind and body, build healthy relationships and be apart of a thriving community of people revolved around similar interests. They say it has been incredible for men and...
We got to catch up with Rana Joy and Victoria Butler at Balance Whanganui, a mental health and addiction peer support service. We learnt how empathy is one of the greatest approaches when helping people in need. Their heart and passion for helping and supporting...
Incredible people and organisations came together to ask what the youth of Marton needed. They said they wanted to learn how to fight. After much sweat and tears Forge boxing was born. With a very small budget and many hands to make light work, Kelly Widdowson, Onyx...
